Registered Building Inspector – Cambridge
We are seeking professional and customer‑focused Registered Building Inspectors Class 1, Class 2A, & Class 2A-D who will contribute positively to the delivery and reputation of the 3C building control service.
The successful candidate will bring:
- strong technical knowledge and sound professional judgement
- a practical and proportionate approach to enforcement and compliance
- a commitment to high standards of customer service
- the ability to work collaboratively within a shared service and political local authority environment
- a positive, flexible and adaptable approach to change
The RBI plays a key professional role within the 3C Building Control Service, ensuring the health, safety and welfare of people in and around buildings. This is achieved through the effective implementation and enforcement of the Building Regulations, the Building Act 1984 and associated legislation, while delivering a high‑quality, customer‑focused statutory service.
Key Parts of the Role :
- Regulatory Compliance and Professional Judgement
- Site Inspection, Enforcement and Public Protection
- Customer Service, Advice and Commercial Engagement
- Team Contribution and Service Improvement
At Band 7, the role includes supporting less experienced colleagues, contributing to audits, projects and service initiatives, and helping deliver service plan and corporate plan outcomes across partner councils.
Qualifications:
- Degree in building control, building surveying or a related construction discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
- full corporate membership of RICS, CABE or CIOB is desirable
- A relevant CSCS Card
Additional information:
- A full UK driving licence is required and the ability to travel across the 3C area
- The role involves regular site inspections, including working at height, in confined spaces and in adverse weather conditions
- The post holder will be required to undertake dynamic risk assessments when carrying out inspections
- Participation in an out‑of‑hours emergency rota is required
- A Golden Hello Payment of £10,000 is offered to successful Applicants at a class of 2A and above.
- A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
- Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
- Agile and Flexible working
- Annual leave purchasing scheme
- Annually negotiated pay and award progression
- Confidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family friendly policies
- Flexible Bank Holidays
- Free swimming at CCC swimming pools
- Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Gym Membership salary sacrifice scheme
- Home & Electronics salary sacrifice scheme
- Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more
- Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role
- Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
- Staff reward and recognition framework- including annual staff awards ceremony
- Subsidy for public transport
- Your Care dynamic wellbeing platform
Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.
Working Pattern: 5 days
Contract: Permanent
Salary:
Class 1 -£37,280 – £41,771 (Pay band 5) pro rata for part time
Class 2A – £41,771 – £47,181 (Pay band 6) pro rata for part time
Class 2A D – £47,181 – £52,413 (Pay band 7). pro rata for part time.
Location: Cambridge City, Huntingdon and Cambourne
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Fred Hedges on 07789 481040 or email fred.hedges@3csharedservices.org
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, please click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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